Genes controlling eye development and light sensitivity differed between the Northern krill from the Atlantic Ocean versus the Mediterranean Sea. The researchers believe this reflects genetic adaptations of behaviour and development to different waters. (IMAGE)

Uppsala University

Genes controlling eye development and light sensitivity differed between the Northern krill from the Atlantic Ocean versus the Mediterranean Sea. The researchers believe this reflects genetic adaptations of behaviour and development to different waters.

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Genes controlling eye development and light sensitivity differed between the Northern krill from the Atlantic Ocean versus the Mediterranean Sea. The researchers believe this reflects genetic adaptations of behaviour and development to different waters.

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Andreas Wallberg

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